Associate of Arts
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Associate of Arts
First recorded in 1940–45
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Example Sentences
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Too many people are unaware that the colleges even exist and that they have excellent certificate programs, associate of arts degrees, and transfer guarantees — tuition-free.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 3, 2024
He received his associate of arts degree from Clark College in 1962 and his Bachelor of Arts from Lewis & Clark College in 1964 before launching into the world of politics.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 1, 2023
Among unmarried women who had an associate of arts degree sometime between 2017 and 2018, half reportedly gave birth to their first child, according to Johns Hopkins.
From Fox News • Sep. 7, 2021
Graduates averaged 87 credits - far more than the 60 credits needed for an associate of arts degree in most majors.
From Washington Times • May 30, 2019
He attended Cape Fear Community College in 2008 and 2009, pursuing an associate of arts degree.
From Washington Post • Dec. 5, 2016
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